Konaté Hints at Liverpool Stay After Derby Win Amid Positive Contract Talks

Key Takeaways:

• Ibrahima Konaté confirmed after the Merseyside derby victory that he sees a strong chance of remaining at Liverpool next season
• Negotiations over a contract extension between Konaté and Liverpool are ongoing, with no deal finalised yet
• Despite interest from PSG and Real Madrid, reports indicate Konaté is nearing agreement on a new Liverpool contract

Future at Anfield Uncertain But Progressing

Following Liverpool’s 2-1 triumph over Everton in the Merseyside derby, attention quickly turned to Ibrahima Konaté’s future at the club. The French centre-back, whose current contract concludes at the end of the season, has yet to finalise a new agreement with the Premier League side, leaving him on course to become a free agent in June.

Discussions between Liverpool and the 26-year-old defender remain active, and both parties have reportedly engaged in positive dialogue. According to RMC Sport’s Fabrice Hawkins, Konaté appears to be moving closer to agreeing terms on a fresh contract with the Reds.

🚨 Ibrahima Konaté confirms he’s close to signing new deal at Liverpool, as revealed.

“We have spoken with the club and we are CLOSE to an agreement”.

“I think everyone wished for that for as long as possible but we are in a good way… we are on it”. pic.twitter.com/XRnJbcaCRs

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 20, 2026

Konaté Addresses Commitment and Transfer Speculation

Speaking to BBC Sport after the derby win, the French international stated, “My future? There is a big chance that I am here next season. I want to stay, that’s what I’ve always wanted.” Konaté’s comments come amid ongoing speculation, with Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid both having shown interest in acquiring his services.

Reports from The Telegraph further suggest that despite the lack of official confirmation, Konaté is expected to put pen to paper on a new Liverpool contract in the near future.